ESG FRA Manager

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Job Description Summary The ESG (Environmental Social Governance) FRA Manager is responsible for coordinating ESG reporting activities within the Novartis country organization, including process, control, and data initiatives and supports the ESG FRA Reporting & Operations team on ESG Reporting matters. This key role will drive standardization and improvements and to support the accurate and timely reporting of non-financial ESG indicators. It is a highly visible role where she/he will actively shape and adapt non-financial reporting to new standards. Job Description: Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate the local closing calendar, issue closing instructions, and track reporting activities. - Perform spot checks and review local closing packages to ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness. - Support Global ESG FRA Reporting Leads with Rest of World reporting reviews and reporting initiatives. - Contribute to the annual update of local reporting scope and help harmonize and standardize reporting processes. - Support the identification and implementation of ESG regulations and reporting requirements. - Assist the Governance, Risk and Control team in executing and improving ESG contro...